Chevrolet S10 vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 574 | 3,285 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 72 and 9 | 205 and 296 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 108,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 574 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 3,285 for the Ford F-150. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 6 for the Chevrolet S10, 14 for the Ford F-150.